On a 2002 Ford Ranger :
The check " gage " light comes on if :
The engine coolant temperature is TOO HIGH
The engine oil pressure is TOO LOW
or
The fuel gauge is at or near empty
Take your 2002 Ford Ranger to the garage to get the engine checked.
On a 2002 Ford Expedition : The " check engine " light is the " SERVICE ENGINE SOON " light just to the left of the fuel gauge
On a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer : The " check gage " light comes on if the engine coolant temperature is too high , the engine oil pressure is too low , or the gas gauge is at or near empty
It's the " service engine soon " light to the left of the gas gauge instead of the " check engine " light , like it is on my 1995 Ford Explorer
In a 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac : The CHECK " GAGE " warning light comes on if the the oil pressure is too low , the engine cooling temperature is too high , or the gas tank gauge is near or at empty
If your engine light comes on and your temp gauge is lower then normal. listen for cooling fans. if they are also running chances are you need a new thermostat
acura cl 2002 check engine light
The check gage light ( if equipped ) lights up if the fuel tank is at or near empty , the engine coolant temperature is high , or the oil pressure is low
The odometer unit has failed and will need replaced.
All 1995 and later model vehicles require an OBDII scanner tool to retrieve the trouble codes.
If the check engine light is flashing that means an engine cylinder misfire has been detected . You can drive it in for repair , just avoid any rapid acceleration or deceleration because you can damage the catalytic converter
2002 Ford Ranger Edge had no problem with 1500Lbs plus another 1000Lbs on a light trailer